Italian supercar manufacturer Pagani Automobili celebrates the record at the Top Gear Test Track achieved by the 2012 multiple Car of the Year Award winning Pagani Huayra.
Driven by the Stig, the road legal 200+ mph Pagani Huayra, equipped with Pirelli PZero Corsa specifically designed by Pirelli just for the Huayra and powered by a bespoke 6.0 litre V12 twin turbo AMG engine, has been able to record a brilliant lap time of 1min13.8secs, by far the fastest lap time scored by a production car in the history of BBC Top Gear and just 3 seconds shy of the laptime achieved by the track only Pagani Zonda R.
Richard Hammond, who conducted a thorough test of the Pagani Huayra said The drama isn’t just restricted to the speed, because inside it looks like a Victorian’s idea of the 23rd Century. And the detail is beyond obsessive.” or “Pagani has never lost it’s innocence” and concluded with “If you can afford it, the message from all us enthusiasts is: do it, do it, do it! “.
Mr. Horacio Pagani CEO and Chief Designer of Pagani Automobili:
“We are delighted by this result and it makes us proud. We knew the Huayra had a fair chance of being quick but the time scored was beyond our expectations and we give credit also to an amazing drive by the Stig. But, on top of that, we are delighted that the audience has appreciated our efforts in trying to make a car that conveys not only cutting edge technology and state-of-the-art engineering, but also the continued pursuit of making every single piece beautiful and functional at the same time. I would like to thank all our partners, without them it would have been impossible to achieve such an incredible result”.
Mr. Luca Venturi Press Manager of Pagani Automobili:
“It’s been an incredible year for Pagani Automobili, who we all worked together to achieve these astonishing results. After winning the three European most prestigious Car Of the Year Awards, we were delighted to see Richard so captivated by philosophy behind the Huayra and sharing his feelings with the whole Top Gear audience all around the world”.
Pagani would like to thank its partners:
AMG
ASPA
BREMBO
GRUPPO DANI
MHG
PIRELLI
FAQs
Pagani Huayra — 238 MPH.
What is the fastest Pagani on track? ›
1 2021 Pagani Huayra R: 240 MPH
The Huayra R is a track-only car. Naturally, without the usual street-compliant restrictions, it outperforms its base model. This track variant is rumored to reach a staggering 240 MPH top speed.
What is the top speed of the Pagani Huayra in Forza Horizon 5? ›
The Huayra is capable of 0 to 60 mph (97 km/h) in 3.3 seconds, 0 to 100 mph (161 km/h) in 6.4 seconds, and a top speed of 231 mph (372 km/h), which is always exceeded in each Forza title.
Is Pagani Huayra faster than Bugatti Chiron? ›
Verdict. The Bugatti Chiron 1500 PS has slightly better performance with an advantage on recovery.
Which car is the fastest in the world? ›
At number on our list of fastest cars in the world is once again Koenigsegg. This time we'll talk about the famous Koenigsegg Agera. The car is equipped with a 5 litre V8 engine with twin turbo and has 1100 horsepower. The car has set the record of achieving 0 to 250 mph I'm just 36.44 seconds.
What is the fastest car in the world in 2024? ›
1. Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut – over 310mph (in theory) Koenigsegg is very good at making bonkers hypercars, and the Jesko Absolut is set to be the most insane offering yet. It uses a twin-turbocharged V8 engine which pushes 1,600hp when running on race fuel, and it'll do 0-60mph in 2.5 seconds.
Which is faster Pagani Zonda or Huayra? ›
8secs, by far the fastest lap time scored by a production car in the history of BBC Top Gear and just 3 seconds shy of the laptime achieved by the track only Pagani Zonda R.
Which car is banned in the USA? ›
This hot number, the TVR Tuscan, is banned because of its lack of safety airbags and anti-lock brakes. Hot Cars says the safety standards in Europe are looser than here, but the vehicle is stunning, and would definitely be a popular purchase on the luxury end.
What celebrity owns a Pagani? ›
Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg drives the Pagani Huayra, an Italian sports car. You may have heard of Mark Zuckerberg – he created a social network that has more active monthly users than any single country in the world has people.
Why did Lamborghini reject Pagani? ›
Despite his conviction, Pagani faced significant resistance from his peers and superiors at Lamborghini. They were reluctant to deviate from traditional materials, partly because Ferrari, their arch-rival, had not yet embraced carbon fiber.
The Huayra has a top speed of about 383 km/h (238 mph) and it has a 0-97 km/h (60 mph) acceleration time of 2.8 seconds.
How fast is the Pagani Huayra in mph? ›
Top Speed: 236 MPH
The long-lived Pagani Huayra BC Roadster is an unusual entry on this list. The power output is excessive, and yet this sleek mid-engine V12-powered supercar can still hit 236 mph.
What car has the highest top speed in fh5? ›
- 8 Zenvo TSR-S. ...
- 7 Bugatti Veyron Super Sport. ...
- 6 Bugatti Chiron. Top Speed: 269 mph. ...
- 5 Porsche Taycan Turbo S (Welcome Pack Version) Top Speed: 270 mph. ...
- 4 Hennessey Venom GT. Top Speed: 270 mph. ...
- 3 Koenigsegg One:1. Top Speed: 275 mph. ...
- 2 Koenigsegg Agera RS. Top Speed: 275 mph. ...
- 1 Koenigsegg Jesko. Top Speed: 285 mph.
The Huayra has a top speed of about 383 km/h (238 mph) and it has a 0-97 km/h (60 mph) acceleration time of 2.8 seconds.
What is the top speed of the Bugatti Pagani? ›
Top Speed: 220 MPH
The Pagani Codalunga is one of the most powerful versions of the Huayra to date. And some might argue, also the loveliest. Its twin-turbo V12 engine gives it 840 hp and a whopping 811 lb-ft of torque that help propel it to a top speed of 220 mph.
How fast is the Huayra R? ›
A new heave damper further enhances its handling capability. The car has a 218-mile-per-hour top speed, with Pirelli P Zero Slick tires measuring 280/680 R19 at the front and 345/725 R20 at the rear.
